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Shahjahanpur journalist killing: 5 cops suspended

Shahjahanpur journalist killing: 5 cops suspended

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday suspended five policemen for their alleged role in the killing of Shahjahanpur-based journalist Jagendra Singh.

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Fixed-line Internet is consistent and translates into a better experience for users.

'Coronavirus came from China, not Markaz in Nizamuddin'

'Coronavirus came from China, not Markaz in Nizamuddin'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

'No one should make coronavirus a Hindu-Muslim issue.'

How will Modi fix the terrifying jobs crisis?

How will Modi fix the terrifying jobs crisis?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

'The rise in unemployment, underemployment, discouraged workers and job insecurity is likely to continue, with very adverse consequences for the nation's economic well-being and social cohesion,' warns Shankar Acharya.

'For the first time in 45 years, unemployment increased'

'For the first time in 45 years, unemployment increased'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'Ultimately, people will revolt at one time or the other.' 'You cannot feed the public with cultural issues forever.'

Language se lafda nahin karne ka

Language se lafda nahin karne ka

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

'The colloquial language forced a turn to the recent past and I thought about the hangings of men like Afzal Guru and Yakub Memon.' 'Whatever their deeds, proven or still in doubt, did their deaths not deserve to be mourned by a sister, wife, or child?' A fascinating excerpt from Amitava Kumar's Writing Badly Is Easy.

Ask Gaurav: Your stock queries answered

Ask Gaurav: Your stock queries answered

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Gaurav Garg, Head of Research, CapitalVia answers readers' stock market queries.

Things that you did not know about Walmart, Amazon

Things that you did not know about Walmart, Amazon

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

If Walmart is spinning success stories of Indian manufacturers in global markets, Amazon is taking 'Make in India' to the world, bolstered by its 'Global Selling Programme'

Street food goes glam

Street food goes glam

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

From nitrogen frozen bhel puri and pav bhaji fondue to duck chilli samosas and paapri pizzas, fine-dining restaurants are now adding a bit of zing to the humble street food

Justice Sanjay Mishra sworn in as new UP Lokayukta

Justice Sanjay Mishra sworn in as new UP Lokayukta

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Retired Allahabad HC Justice Sanjay Mishra was sworn in as the new Lokayukta of UP bringing to an end a bitter year-long feud between Raj Bhawan and the state government.

Tejashwi meets Nitish but crisis over alliance continues

Tejashwi meets Nitish but crisis over alliance continues

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Despite the show of unity, JD-U spokesmen Neeraj Kumar, however, said the coalition dharma is bigger than showing obstinacy.

After rape charges, financial woes for cop who complained against SP chief

After rape charges, financial woes for cop who complained against SP chief

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

The complaint alleges that Thakur misused his position as IG and both, he and his wife, possessed properties disproportionate to their income.

UK tycoons pledge Rs 500 crore for cleaning Ganga

UK tycoons pledge Rs 500 crore for cleaning Ganga

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Gadkari, who was on a 3-day visit to London, listed the Hinduja family and Sri Prakash Lohia of the Indorama Corporation among the donors.

Health insurance cos pay you to stay healthy!

Health insurance cos pay you to stay healthy!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

Staying healthy is good news for the insurance company as well since it implies lower claims. Insurance companies offer discounts anywhere between 8 And 30 per cent discount on premium.

Ford slashes Aspire, Figo prices by up to Rs 91,000

Ford slashes Aspire, Figo prices by up to Rs 91,000

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

The revised prices enhances the accessibility of these outstanding products, which offer segment-first safety features and class-leading technologies

Post Gaya blasts, Bihar govt approves formation of ATS

Post Gaya blasts, Bihar govt approves formation of ATS

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Alarmed over serial bomb blasts in Bodh Gaya's Mahabodhi temple, the Bihar government has decided on Tuesday to form an Anti-Terrorism Squad on the lines of the Mumbai ATS, an official said.

Life with India

Life with India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

As India's turns 70, a 70 year old -- one of India's finest poets -- decodes his relationship with her.

LIC gets first woman managing director

LIC gets first woman managing director

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday got its first female managing director and another new MD.

No festive cheer in Motown; high fuel prices, interest rates play spoilsport

No festive cheer in Motown; high fuel prices, interest rates play spoilsport

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra and Toyota reported low single-digit sales growth for the month owing to weak market sentiment

Success mantra of India's automakers

Success mantra of India's automakers

Rediff.com22 May 2017

Reliance on a single model begins at about 40% and goes up to 80 % in case of some companies

Low festive season purchases dent car sales growth

Low festive season purchases dent car sales growth

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

The auto industry has had a mixed month. The build up to Dhanteras and Diwali was good but the demand tapered off subsequently.

For panchayats, financial freedom is a distant dream

For panchayats, financial freedom is a distant dream

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The Finance Commission has substantially increased the allocation of funds to panchayats, but a large part of it is apportioned by state governments.

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

'The genetic thing is not in your control. The virulence is not known.' 'The only thing is if you can avoid it.' 'Once you get COVID-19, none of it is in your control.'

Mayawati's close aide among 19 booked in UP memorial scam

Mayawati's close aide among 19 booked in UP memorial scam

Rediff.com1 Jan 2014

Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati's close aide Naseemuddin Siddiqui and former minister Babu Singh Kushwaha were among the 19 people booked on Wednesday for their alleged role in the Rs 1,400 crore scam in the construction of Dalit memorials and parks in Uttar Pradesh.

Now, get a personal loan at your ATM

Now, get a personal loan at your ATM

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Private banks and start-ups offer instant loans on apps as well as through ATMs.

Coming soon! Changes in Health Insurance

Coming soon! Changes in Health Insurance

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Ashish Mehrotra, MD and CEO, Max Bupa Health Insurance, explains the changes we can expect in health insurance this year.

Mumbai's Art Deco marvels

Mumbai's Art Deco marvels

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

'Art Deco was the last of the truly international styles.'

Which are the best selling cars in India?

Which are the best selling cars in India?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

Maruti, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra and Honda saw their passenger vehicle sales improve in August compared to the same month last year, although Ford and Toyota witnessed a decline.

Lokayukta's appointment: Akhilesh Yadav ignores governor, CJ

Lokayukta's appointment: Akhilesh Yadav ignores governor, CJ

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

When the governor and chief justice objected to his choice, the UP chief minister just changed the law.

Carmakers get pricing wrong as models crowd market

Carmakers get pricing wrong as models crowd market

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

The first major pricing error was made by market leader Maruti Suzuki when it launched its first crossover the S Cross

Stunning images celebrate the best in wedding photography

Stunning images celebrate the best in wedding photography

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

Stunning images celebrate the best in wedding photography From intimate portraits to breathtaking landscapes, these stunning images represent the very best in wedding photography from around the world. With kind permission from International Wedding Photographer of the Year, these are some of the best in the contest.

Fulfilling promises will add to UP's financial burden

Fulfilling promises will add to UP's financial burden

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The BJP's manifesto for UP elections promised many things. But, given the state's precarious financial position, fulfilling these promises is likely to prove tricky, says Ishan Bakshi.

The Indian university that could rival Stanford's D-school

The Indian university that could rival Stanford's D-school

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Anant National University in Ahmedabad aims to design a new future for India.

Ford, Hyundai non-performers, Maruti cheers robust Jan sales

Ford, Hyundai non-performers, Maruti cheers robust Jan sales

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Maruti sold 191 units of SX4 sedan in January 2014.

UP guv rejects Akhilesh's Lokayukta recommendation

UP guv rejects Akhilesh's Lokayukta recommendation

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav received a jolt on Tuesday when Governor Ram Naik finally rejected his recommendation for the appointment of the state's Lokayukta.

Penniless in the middle of the month? Check out these loan options

Penniless in the middle of the month? Check out these loan options

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Short-term loans from NBFCs can be more convenient but come at higher cost

Nine UP seats where SP's prestige is at stake

Nine UP seats where SP's prestige is at stake

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

The SP candidates in these seats include Mulayam Singh Yadav's daughter-in-law Aparna Yadav and three ministers, one of whom was recently sacked.

Now, get small loans in an hour!

Now, get small loans in an hour!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

While start-ups are making it easier to borrow, one needs to choose carefully.

Why Sunil Godhwani's exit is a big blow to Religare

Why Sunil Godhwani's exit is a big blow to Religare

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Godhwani's exit comes at a time when the company's fund raising plans and proposed related party transactions are under scrutiny, says N Sundaresha Subramanian.

Maruti, Hyundai, Mahindra begin new fiscal with robust sales

Maruti, Hyundai, Mahindra begin new fiscal with robust sales

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Ford India and Renault too reported good sales growth in April